2008 Beijing Gymnastics

Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times

U.S. gymnast Shawn Johnson prepares for her balance beam routine as China's Li Shanshan performs during the finals at Beijing's National Indoor Stadium. Shanshan fell during her routine; Johnson nailed hers for the gold medal.

Johnson prepares the beam for her routine during the finals at Beijing's National Indoor Stadium. Johnson posted a score of 16.225, good enough for the gold medal.

Johnson prepares the beam for her routine during the finals at Beijing's National Indoor Stadium. Johnson posted a score of 16.225, good enough for the gold medal. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times)